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Northway Biotech is expanding to the US and opening a new facility in Waltham, Greater Boston area of Massachusetts, one of the major biotechnology hubs.

About Us

Northway Biotech is constantly looking for enthusiastic and ambitious team players who dedicate their talents to improve and produce biopharmaceuticals. Through highly skilled leadership we provide you the opportunity to use and develop your competencies to their full potential. As well as improve knowledge and skills together with inspiring colleagues.

Working at Northway Biotech means interacting with intelligent and empowered people who focus on emerging technologies that are ground-breaking, exciting, and have a positive impact on humankind. If this sounds like a place you would like to work at, we invite you to apply for one of the listed positions below. Send us your life resume and cover letter via careers@northwaybiotech.com

 

 

 

Vacancies


Business Development Director - East / West Coast

Job Description

  • Participation in the development and implementation of key account and market strategies targeting clients that have the potential to substantially increase market share;
  • With the support of in-house resources, ensure alignment with manufacturing capabilities/schedules and anticipated customer needs, including the coordination of prospective client site visits as well as other opportunities;
  • Developing effective sales and marketing processes (market research, forecasting, client development, relationship building, pricing, proposal preparation, contract negotiation, deal closing and the handoff of contracts to Project Management);
  • Support the design, implementation and effectiveness of systems and processes that facilitate accurate and timely decision-making and reporting, including department and company performance (Key Performance Indicators), client financial worthiness and risk assessment/mitigation, and Customer Relationship Management;
  • Create marketing/competitive intelligence capability that identifies and positions the company at the forefront of key industry trends, challenges and opportunities;
  • Foster the development of senior-level customer relationships, including the negotiation of contract agreements that are in compliance with company systems, acting as the primary company representative;
  • Develop and maintain positive, constructive and trusting relationships with members of the executive leadership as well as with in-house organization;
  • Participate in business development meetings as required and ensure action plans and follow-up activities are completed and communicated on a timely basis;
  • Coordinate both internal and external technical, legal and/or financial due diligence activities for specific business opportunities;
  • Manage regional budget and sales pipeline, analysing and evaluating the effectiveness of business development activities, costs and results while taking corrective actions where needed;
  • Represent the company at various trade and industry shows, community, and/or business meetings that positively promote the company.

Requirements

  • At least MSc in Natural Sciences (Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Microbiology);
  • Experience in a Pharmaceutical Manufacturing environment, CDMO;
  • 5-10 years of experience in Business Development Solid understanding of Biological Manufacturing processes and their regulatory requirements;
  • Knowledge in upstream and downstream manufacturing, as well as analytical tests and technology transfer processes;
  • Outstanding logical/analytical thinking and analysis capacities to deliver facts-based evaluations and decision-making;
  • Preferred location- West Coast

Junior AD/QC Scientist

Job Description

  • Under direction of managemnt, perform routine testing of samples according to inhouse procedures or published compendia.
  • Perform analysis with a practical understanding of the test procedure and instrument operation.
  • Laboratory work with HPLC, CZE, SDS-PAGE, UV/Vis spectrophotometer, ICIEF.
  • Analysis of biotechnological products in accordance with the requirements of good manufacturing practice (GMP).
  • Transfer of new methods, preparation of standard work procedures.
  • Preparation of solutions, daily maintenance of laboratory equipment, documentation filling.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s and or Master’s degree in the field of analytical chemistry, biochemistry, molecular biology, genetics, bioengineering or similar.
  • 0-2 Years industrial experience.
  • Computer literacy with Microsoft Office.
  • Good verbal, written and interpersonal communication and organizational skills.
  • Analytical thinking, ability to work in a team and desire to improve.
  • Responsible, diligent, honest.
  • Understand and apply cGMP requirements applicable to quality control laboratory.
  • Work in a team environment and be flexible to easily adapt to changes in assignments.
  • Work experience in the industry- a plus.

Fill-Finish/Drug Product Technician

Job Description

  • Performs various routine manufacturing tasks under the guidelines of established SOP’s and cGMP regulations.
  • Cleans and sanitizes equipment before and after use.
  • Collects and disposes of waste according to established procedures.
  • Maintains area in an organized GMP state, participates in area walk throughs, follows up on and closes observations.
  • Performs material handling related activities associated with raw materials, components, and finished goods.
  • Stocks area airlocks and production rooms with needed consumable and gowning supplies.
  • Responsible for all production operations as assigned (buffers preparation, formulation, filtration, aseptic filling, working in laminar air flow unit).
  • Performs visual inspection of filled products.
  • Performs vial labeling, and final packaging of filled products.
  • Takes product samples.
  • Responsible for accurate handling of products following standard operating procedures (SOP’s).
  • Completes and audits batch records, logbooks and other data following Good Documentation Practices.
  • Prepares standard operation procedures, specification.
  • Assembles, disassembles and operates aseptic filling equipment and lyophilizer equipment in classified cleanroom and controlled non classified environments.
  • Operates vial capper, unloads product from lyophilizers and liquid fill line.

Requirements

  • Relevant experience in GMP manufacturing and/or Aseptic Filling.
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
  • Experience with MS Office software suite.
  • Ability to work in a team environment as well as individually.
  • Strong attention to details.
  • Ability to communicate with co-workers to receive directions.
  • Ability to react and identify problems.
  • Visual inspection experience preferred but not obligatory.
  • Mechanical knowledge and the use of hand tools.
  • Understanding in control systems and sensors

Validation Engineer

Job Description

  • Perform periodic and change control related re-qualification activities;
  • Prepare, execute, review and approve internal qualification protocols for facility infrastructure systems and equipment;
  • Coordinate, assist and document outsourced qualification activities;
  • Prepare and update qualification and validation SOPs;
  • Participate in process, cleaning and/or analytical method validation activities;
  • Draft, review and approve other qualification, validation and GxP compliance related documents;
  • Provide training to colleagues and contractors on our approach to systems implementation and validation SOP's;
  • Coordinate meetings, document issues, action items, meeting notes, and perform appropriate follow up related to qualification and validation activities

Requirements

  • Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in the field of mechanical/ automation/ electronics/computer or other technical engineering;
  • Experience in preparation and ability to read and interpret technical functional specifications, technical drawings, electrical schemes, technical manuals and similar documents;
  • Experience in validation, maintenance or quality assurance preferred;
  • Attention to details, ability to identify deviation root cause effectively, efficient problem solving skills;
  • Ability to function independently or in a cross-functional team
  • Experience in GxP preferred;

Maintenance Technician

Job Description

  • Conduct Operations, maintenance and repair of Plant engineering systems;
  • Conduct maintenance and repair of manufacturing equipment.
  • Conduct maintenance and repair of Laboratory and R&D equipment
  • Communication with equipment suppliers and representatives;
  • Communication with Department Managers for equipment operations support;
  • Work according to the described procedures, preparation and management of related documentation;
  • Ordering spare parts for equipment/engineering systems;
  • Carrying out the investment development of the plant:
  • Designing of contract/engineering systems, preparation of design documents, coordination, maintenance;
  • Work with equipment/engineering system designers, suppliers, installers;
  • Coordination, execution and maintenance of commissioning works of the biomanufacturing equipment as well as troubleshooting engineering systems.

Requirements

  • Technical/engineering educational background- Bachelor’s degree preferable
  • Experience in equipment maintenance as well as repair work (would be an advantage in the field of biopharmaceuticals);
  • Knowledge of engineering systems (HVAC, refrigeration, electrical networks, Waste systems, automation, etc.)
  • Experience working with SOP’s; strong technical writing skills; Strong computer software skills (e.g., Excel, Word).
  • Experience working on equipment brands like- Sartorius, Merck Milipore, Mettler Toledo, IMA, Cytiva, etc.
  • Hand-on mentality; quick to respond and problem solve
  • Interest and/or experience with performing facility, utility and equipment qualification activities.

Recruitment


Northway Biotech will process and store your personal data on your consent expressed by submitting this information. We process this data for recruitment purposes only. We will store such information until the position is open, unless you specifically agree with longer storage periods.

When evaluating your candidacy, we may address your former employers for information about your qualifications, professional skills, and business characteristics. Information from your current employer may only be collected with your consent.

If, after considering your candidacy, we will choose a candidate who is more qualified to meet our requirements, we may request your individual consent for storing your data collected at the time of selection and use it for the purpose of conducting other recruitments and contacting you accordingly.

If we obtain such consent, we will process your personal data mentioned above for no longer than two years from the date of consent. Once you have provided such consent, you are entitled to withdraw it at any time. If you exercise the right to withdraw consent, we will take actions to delete your personal data without any undue delay.

For all inquiries and complaints regarding the security and privacy of your data please contact our Data Protection Officer at careers@northwaybiotech.com